Diverging Diamond Intersections

A Diverging Diamond Intersection (DDI) is a new intersection design that addresses congestion by allowing vehicles to travel more quickly
through an intersection. A DDI works by creating a diamond-shaped pattern in the intersection that temporarily shifts traffic to the left side
of the roadway prior to entering the intersection. Two-phase traffic signals are installed at the roadway crossover points. Once on the left
side of the roadway, vehicles can freely turn left rather than waiting for oncoming traffic to clear or for a left-turn signal. Through-traffic
on the frontage road is handled via a collector-distributor road, or
intersection bypass lane, and proceeds straight through the cross-street
intersection allowing vehicles to avoid the traffic signal. Benefits include improved:

Safety

Mobility

Connectivity

Frontage road traffic flow

A DDI is now open to traffic in Williamson County, replacing the
traditional intersection at
I-35
and RM 1431. DDIs are being considered for the intersections of I-35 at Parmer Lane and I-35 at
Airport Boulevard.